Many people believe that they can’t do anything to protect their privacy online, but that’s not true. There actually are simple steps to dramatically reduce online tracking. Step 1. Download DuckDuckGo on all your devices With just one download you’ll…
There are a variety of different web browsers that will allow you to surf the Internet with relative ease. Microsoft claims that their Edge browser blocks 99% of Socially Engineered Malware. Chrome and Firefox with the right add-ons have ad…
I am not a big fan of social media sites. Hackers have compromised all of them at some point, and it’s just not worth the chance of exposing you and loved ones to identity thieves or stalkers to subscribe to…
Most computers these days can be upgraded with additional memory, faster hard drives, and new or alternative operating systems. Don’t be too quick to abandon a potentially useful desktop or notebook with a life expectancy of up to ten years.…
Storing your files on an Internet-ready computer is not secure by default. Unless your hard drive is fully encrypted, consider all of your applications, documents, and pictures at risk. The easiest way to protect your data is saving it to…
Microsoft® or any other well-known software maker will never contact you with an urgent request to remotely access your computer. If you did not initiate the call NEVER let someone you don’t know gain control of your computer. Random calls…